Hot Home Appliances Posts
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Blade
If the fan blade cracked, the hole where shaft goes is worn out, the fan blade not spinning properly, air from freezer section not blowing into refrigerator section, refrigerator section is too warm, you will have to replace the evaporator fan blade. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace an Oven Spark Module
If your stove top igniters won't light, you will probably have to replace the oven spark module. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace an Oven Temperature Sensor
If your oven does not regulate temperature properly, you will probably have to replace the temperature sensor. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Fix a GE gas range burner that may be clogged
Sometimes overflowing liquids or food can get into some pretty small places on your stove. When this happens, it can result in your stove being damaged or not working properly.
How To: Replace a Neff oven door seal easily
Just like windows and doors, using the proper insulation or seals can help prevent valuable cold or warm air from leaving your home. The same holds true for oven doors. If you have a worn or broken seal, your oven may not warm up like it should and you can be wasting energy.
How To: Replace a leaky door seal on a Hotpoint dishwasher
If you are finding out that your dishwasher is leaking, then you need to get it fixed soon. A leaky machine means there will be water on your floor and this can lead to possible injury for you or others.
How To: Replace the seal to a washing machine door
A leaky washing machine is a problem that should be addressed quickly. Any access water leaking out of your machine can cause your floor to be slick and possibly create a mess, especially if you have carpet.
How To: Replace the internal hose on a Dyson DC07 vacuum
If you're having a problem with your vacuum cleaner's internal hose, this video may help. In this tutorial you'll find out how easy it can be to replace the internal hose on a Dyson DC07 vacuum cleaner.
How To: Replace the brushbar to a Dyson DC25 vacuum cleaner
If you own a Dyson DC25 vacuum cleaner and are having a problem with collecting dust, debris, and other junk check out this tutorial.
How To: Prevent wrinkled clothes in your front load washer
If you are constantly taking your clothes out of the washer and finding them to be wrinkled, it's an easy fix. There are a couple of troubleshooting tips that will help make sure that your clothes come out nice and wrinkle-free.
How To: Get rid of wrinkles in your high efficiency washer
If you are constantly getting wrinkled clothes when you take them out of the washer, you may need to make a couple of easy changes. These changes can be made by using different settings on the washer or by following the rules on your clothes' tag.
How To: Avoid having detergent residue on your clothes
If you've ever taken your clothes out of the washer and have seen white or blue residue on any of your clothes, you may have a problem with detergent residue. This can be a problem since it can stick to your clothes, even after you've dried them. It can also cause stains to develop over time and that can be a problem.
How To: Repair a broken washing machine agitator
If you have a broken washer machine and the agitator isn't working properly, this tutorial is what you'll need. In the video, you'll see how an agitator works and the parts inside can easily be replaced. It's a project that can take about an hour or two to complete and will save you hundreds of dollars in repair costs. So good luck and enjoy!
How To: Check a washing machine pump for blockages
Ultimate Handyman demonstrates how to check a washing machine pump for blockages. First, disconnect the washing machine from the electricity source and remove the pump. The water sucks through the inlet and is pumped out of the outlet. Check to make sure that the pump doesn't have any open circuits by attaching the leads to the multimeter. Remove the screws to look inside the pump. Remove any debris that may be clogging the propellor. Make sure the O-ring around the edge creates the seal and ...
How To: Set the defrost timer on a True Freezer
True's Owner Maintenance Video Series shows us how to set the defrost time clock on a True freezer, and also how to cut the shipping band on the compressors of all larger freezers. The time clock is behind the grill at the base of the unit, behind a gray box. There are instructions in the inside of the lid for setting the time clock and for setting the defrost settings, and the video goes through the entire process, as well. Next, the man shows how to remove the shipping band protecting the c...
How To: Install a dimmer and/or replace a light switch
This clip shows you how to replace a regular toggle switch with a dimmer switch on a light. It is easier than you think according to the presenter. There is a box with a green ground wire and two black wires. In dimmer switches, it doesn't matter which way you connect the two black wires; they are interchangeable. Turn the power off. Then unscrew the switch once you have opened the plate. Then you simply connect the two wires to the two wires on the dimmer switch. The presenter shows you exac...
How To: Replace the wave guide cover in a Neff microwave
Watch to learn how to replace the wave guide cover in a Neff microwave. You'll remove and replace the waveguide cover on a Neff microwave. Microwave sparks, or arcing in the microwave, could be the result of a damaged waveguide cover. As part of this microwave maintenance video we explain that you can replace a broken glass turntable or a melted roller ring. There are also microwave cleaning tips included.
How To: Change an AEG Electrolux fridge freezer lightbulb
Watch to learn how to change an AEG Electrolux fridge freezer lightbulb and how to fit a replacement door bottle shelf. Changing a blown fridge light bulb is a simple fridge repair. This fridge maintenance video explains the process.
How To: Fit and replace a Bosch grill element
Check out this home repair tutorial video that demonstrates how to fit and replace your grill oven element in a Bosch and Neff. Follow the step by step instructions in this domestic appliance repair video to remove your oven grill element. Please note that all work should be performed by a qualified person. Make sure to take the necessary precautions to ensure a safe removal of the Bosch oven grill element.
How To: Replace your fan oven element and your fan motor
Check out this home repair tutorial video that demonstrates how to replace your fan oven element and your fan motor. Follow the step by step instructions in this domestic appliance repair video to remove your cooker's parts. Please note that all work should be performed by a qualified person. Make sure to take the necessary precautions to ensure a safe removal of your fan oven element and fan motor.
How To: Solder the copper pipe of the hot water heater
Install the pipe fittings of the hot water heater.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Shelf Support Kit
If the shelf support is broken and doesn't give support to hold the shelves, you will have to replace the shelf support kit. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Water Filter Cap
If the cap won’t stay on the filter, you will have to replace the water filter cap. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Solenoid
If the solenoid is shorted or arm broke, the dispenser does not switch between crushed ice and cubed ice, you will probably have to replace the solenoid. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace an Oven Electronic Control Board
If your clock will not respond to input, or does not regulate temperature, you will probably have to replace your oven electronic control board. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Compartment Door
If your refrigerator compartment door is damaged or missing allowing food to fall out of door, you will probably have to replace it. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Refrigerator Hinge Cover
If your refrigerator hinge cover is damaged or discolored, you will probably have to replace it. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace a Dryer Door Handle
If your dryer door handle fell out of the door, you will probably have to replace it. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace an Oven Surface Element
If your oven surface element will not heat when turned on, you will probably have to replace the oven surface element. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace an Oven Door Gasket
If you have some heat leaking from the oven door area, you will probably have to replace the oven door gasket. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair
How To: Replace an Oven Broil Element
If your oven is not heating on broil setting, you will probably have to replace the oven broil element. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do this easy repair.
How To: Replace an Oven Bake Element
The bake element is in the bottom of the oven and it is what creates the heat in the oven, so you can cook. If yours is not getting hot or if you see a burn burned in it, it needs to be replaced. You can follow the steps in this video to help you do the repair
How To: Replace the charcoal filter for your Krups coffeemaker
It's time to replace the water filter on your Krups coffeemaker - something you should do approximately every two to three months for best results. This quick video shows you how to easily replace the charcoal filter on your Krups coffee machine.
How To: Clean a dirty dishwasher using lemonade mix
If your dishwasher has built up lime and rust deposits, you can easily clean everything with just a few tablespoons of lemonade mix. Just load the mix into the solid soap dispenser and run an empty dishwasher on normal. Not only is it all clean, it smells great!
How To: Smoke a turkey with Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker
In this tutorial, we learn how to smoke a turkey. First, you want to gather all the different types of wood for your smoker and then prepare the water pan with the tin foil to catch drippings. Place the smoker together, then season your turkey with a dry rub and olive oil. After this, place the turkey onto the rack inside of the smoker. Make sure you are wearing heavy duty gloves so you don't burn yourself while doing this. Place the top back onto the smoker and let the turkey cook with the v...
How To: Make a BBQ smoker out of a drum
In this video, we learn how to make a BBQ smoker out of a drum. First, turn the drum upside down. Next, paint the entire drum green and make vents in the side bottom of it, with covers that can be moved or set aside. Drill screw into the top of the drum then add in wood and charcoal to the bottom of it. When you are done with this, you will be able to hook your propane to this, then light it on fire. To smoke a piece of meat, you will need to put the foil underneath a grill rack and then plac...
How To: Fix a GE oven that won't go over 290 degrees using arrow controls
If you're having a hard time with setting your oven above 290 degrees, then it may be an easy fix. Your GE oven may be set at celsius making it difficult to raise the tempature above 290. In this tutorial, if you own a GE oven with arrow controls, this video will help you figure out how to switch your oven from celsius to farenheit. So good luck and enjoy!
How To: Install lower rack wheels for a GE dishwashers
If you've recently damaged the wheels on a lower rack of a GE dishwasher, there's no need to fear. Replacing the lower wheels on the lower rack is an easy fix that anybody can complete. The wheels are important for the rack since it helps ease the strain on people's back and makes putting dishes to wash easy. If you need help figuring out which wheels you need or how to install them, check out the video above. Enjoy!
How To: Replace the internal hose on a Dyson DC04 vacuum
If you constantly are vacuuming hard floors, the internal hose of your machine may become damaged. If it has become damaged, don't call a repairman just yet. This can be a relatively easy fix that can save you and arm and leg.
How To: Replace the brushroll and soleplate on a Dyson DC04
One of the most commonly damaged parts of a vacuum cleaner is the brushroll. Not properly taking care of the brushroll can result in something that is useless.